Discover the latest 15 exciting rock and metal tours announced between May 16-22. This week has brought a flurry of news for music enthusiasts!

In a surprising twist, we’re already peeking into 2026 with some thrilling announcements. Notably, the iconic Metallica continues their epic M72 world tour, adding new dates in the U.K. and across Europe. Additionally, the lineup for next year’s highly anticipated Shiprocked festival cruise has been unveiled, promising a stellar experience on the high seas.

From the depths of the underground scene to the grand stages of heavy music’s most celebrated bands, the lineup below showcases a variety of acts ready to take the stage. This is your chance to catch your favorite artists live and create unforgettable memories.

Stay updated with all of the latest tour announcements:

Attack Attack Takes the Stage

Tour Dates: From August 12 to September 20, 2025
Support Acts: Joining them will be Savage Hands and Versus Me, adding to the excitement of the tour.
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Blood Incantation’s Haunting Melodies

Tour Dates: July 12 to August 7, 2025
Support Acts: They’ll be joined by Steve Roach, Cynic, Pallbearer, and Krallice, promising a rich lineup for fans of experimental and progressive metal.
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Jerry Cantrell’s Solo Journey

Tour Dates: Mark your calendars for August 16 to September 14, 2025
Support Acts: The legendary Filter will provide support, adding to the anticipation of an exhilarating performance.
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Chevy Metal Rocks the Stage

Tour Dates: From July 19 to August 9, 2025
Support Acts: Currently, no support acts have been listed, allowing Chevy Metal to shine in their own right.
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Dream Theater’s Spectacular Live Performance

Tour Dates: The band will perform from September 5 to October 25, 2025
Support Acts: None listed, allowing Dream Theater to fully engage with their audience.
Notes: They will play their latest album Parasomnia in its entirety, a must-see for die-hard fans.
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Ekkstacy’s Rising Star

Tour Dates: From July 2 to August 1, 2025
Support Acts: Joining them on stage will be Max Fry, Passion Mango, and Fell Off, promising a vibrant experience for attendees.
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Enuff Z’Nuff’s Classic Rock Sound

Tour Dates: June 13 to July 3, 2025
Support Acts: They will be joined by Permacrush, adding to the excitement of this classic rock experience.
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Falling In Reverse’s Electric Performance

Tour Dates: August 10 to September 26, 2025
Support Acts: Look forward to performances by Slaughter to Prevail, Wage War, Hollywood Undead, Tech N9ne, Sleep Theory, and Point North, creating a powerhouse lineup.
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The Founder (Austin John Winkler) Takes Center Stage

Tour Dates: July 24 to August 3, 2025
Support Acts: Joining him are Aranda and A.D.A.M. Music Project, promising a diverse and engaging musical experience.
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Ice Nine Kills Bringing Horror to Life

Tour Dates: August 10 to September 13, 2025
Support Acts: The tour will feature Dayseeker, Kim Dracula, The Funeral Portrait, Mest, and A Loss for Words, ensuring a thrilling experience for fans of horror-themed metal.
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Metallica’s Epic World Tour Continues

Tour Dates:  Set for May 9 to July 5, 2026, covering the U.K. and Europe
Support Acts:  Fans can expect performances by Gojira and Knocked Loose / Pantera and Avatar, ensuring a powerful lineup.
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Miracle Blood’s Unique Sound

Tour Dates: From May 26 to August 2, 2025
Support Acts: They will perform alongside Uniform, Deaf Club, Tree, and Nequient, creating an eclectic mix of styles.
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Oak Ash & Thorn’s Musical Journey

Tour Dates: Scheduled from August 16 to August 23, 2025
Support Acts: None listed, allowing for a focused showcase of their musical talents.
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READ MORE: Explore the Rock + Metal Bands Touring in 2025 – Your Complete Tour Guide

Our Last Night’s Farewell Tour

Tour Dates: August 8 to September 26, 2025
Support Acts: The talented Grayscale and Windwalkers will accompany them on this poignant farewell tour.
Notes: This tour marks a significant moment for the band as they bid adieu to their fans.
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Wolf Alice’s Return to the Stage

Tour Dates: From September 10 to October 13, 2025
Support Acts: None listed, allowing the band to showcase their music fully.
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Additional Noteworthy Events in the Rock Scene

* Join Living Colour’s Corey Glover, Cactus’ Jimmy Kunes, Honky Toast’s Erik Toast, Ten Ton Mojo’s Dave Anthony, and Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Peter Shaw for a special Bon Scott Tribute Concert on July 9 at New York City’s Bowery Electric.
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* The Shiprocked festival cruise has revealed its 2026 lineup, featuring Motionless In White, Knocked Loose, Wage War, AWOLNATION, Suicidal Tendencies, Avatar, Starset, Sleep Theory, From Ashes To New, Kittie, ’68, Archetypes Collide, aurorawave, The Barbarians of California, Dead Poet Society, DeathByRomy, Dinosaur Pile-Up, The Funeral Portrait, Holy Wars, House Of Protection, Lowlives, Not Enough Space, Shepherd’s Reign, UnityTX, Zero 9:36, and an all-star band, The Stowaways. Notably, Halestorm will perform a special set while docked before the cruise departs.

The cruise sets sail from January 25-31, departing from Miami to Half Moon Cay and Celebration Key, the newly opened private cruise port on the island of Grand Bahama, as well as Nassau in the Bahamas.
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* A series of Jill Sobule’s “Jillith Fair” Tribute events are scheduled in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Seattle. Notable performers include Tom Morello, Margaret Cho, John Doe, Joan Osborne, Lisa Loeb, David Poe, Marshall Crenshaw, Madeleine Peyroux, Charlotte Caffet, and Jane Wiedlin, among others, at select events. This tribute honors the folk/pop artist who tragically passed away in a house fire on May 1 at the age of 66.
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* Don’t miss Sublime’s Fear, Loathing and Sublime residency in Las Vegas at Park MGM from August 14-16, featuring performances by Pennywise, The Vandals, The Ataris, Long Beach Dub Allstars, and more.
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